Monark Markets has partnered with Apex Fintech Solutions to democratize access to private market investments, initially focusing on Pre-IPO opportunities. This collaboration integrates Monark’s Alts Marketplace with Apex’s AscendOS™ platform, enabling Apex’s network of brokerages to offer private market access to millions of retail investors. Starting in late Q4 2025, accredited investors will be able to invest in high-growth companies like SpaceX and Stripe with minimum investments of $5,000 directly from existing accounts. This integration simplifies investing in private markets, providing a streamlined experience from allocations to SPV structuring. Monark’s CEO, Ben Haber, emphasized the partnership’s aim to unlock access for over 21 million investors, while Apex’s CEO, Bill Capuzzi, highlighted their commitment to making investments more accessible. Future plans include expanding into other private asset categories such as private equity and real estate. Through the Apex Alts platform, private investments will be embedded alongside public equities and ETFs within standard brokerage accounts. This innovation streamlines the traditionally complex process of accessing private markets — from allocations and due diligence to SPV structuring — into a click-to-invest experience.